Community Life Volunteer- short term (min. 3 months)

Time Commitment: 5 hours a week minimum (Mostly Saturdays)

Reports to: Community Life Manager/Coordinator

Start Date: As soon as possible

summary:

As a short term volunteer, you will support the delivery of our regular community activities and help create a welcoming, inclusive environment for community members. The role is primarily on-site and activity-based, allowing volunteers to get involved without needing to take responsibility for a full programme. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Short-term volunteers will primarily support:

  Community Dinner

  • Help with preparation and setup.

  • Welcome and engage with community members.

  • Support serving and practical tasks.

  • Help create a friendly and inclusive atmosphere.

  • Support cleanup after the activity.

  • Participate actively rather than only carrying out assigned tasks.

  
  

  Family Friday

  • Help prepare and set up activities.

  • Welcome families and children.

  • Support games, activities and the Pop-Up Store.

  • Help create a safe and welcoming environment.

  • Support with practical tasks and cleanup.

    
    

  Better Together

  Depending on programme needs and volunteer interests, volunteers may also support Better Together, our women-only community programme, through activities, setup, participant engagement and practical support.

  The exact activities a volunteer supports will be agreed with the Community Life Manager based on programme needs and availability.

  
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Can commit to volunteering consistently for minimum 3 months.

• Are available for regular on-site Community Life activities.

• Enjoy meeting and engaging with people from different backgrounds.

• Are reliable and communicate when they cannot attend.

• Are comfortable helping with practical tasks such as setup and cleanup.

• Take initiative and are willing to get involved.

• Respect different cultures, backgrounds and experiences.

• Follow Lisbon Project's safeguarding and volunteer guidelines.

Previous volunteering or community experience is welcome but not required.

Benefits:

• Working in a team that aims to create impact.

• Develop leadership skills in a dynamic and fun setting.

• Know that you are contributing to the positive, healthy relationship building and empowerment of the community.

• Meeting people from all over the world and getting to know their stories.

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We can’t do it without you! Thank you for being a part of our team